We are currently staying at the Ranthambore Heritage Haveli hotel (first photo) and today went to Ranthambore Fort. The Fort is alongside and overlooks Ranthambore National Park. The road there was choked with traffic; these days the Fort is a site of pilgrimage as there is an ancient Ganesh temple that draws people from all over India and particularly at auspicious times of year, including new year. The Fort dates from the ninth century and covers a vast area; the path to the top (and it was high) is via stone steps which were run alive with monkeys, due to being fed by the worshippers as part of their devotions. From the top there is an outstanding view across the National Park as far as the eye can see.
When we were picked up from the hotel we were surprised that it was in an open jeep but that meant it was perfect for spotting wildlife on the drive there and back, and you can see what we spotted from the photos.
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Happy New Year to you both and thank you for sharing this adventure - amazing! xxx
Wow! We can get a good idea about how high the fort is from your photos. All that climbing must be keeping you both very fit. Fantastic wild life photos. I bet it must seem a bit surreal at times. All our love xx